Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia

What are Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia?

Dementia is a general term for conditions that cause loss of memory severe enough that they may impact a person’s ability to carry out daily activities. There are many kinds of dementia and Alzheimer’s is believed to be the most common type.

Learn more about each condition, social determinants and risk factors of dementia, and how to recognize symptoms, seek help if you suspect you or someone you know might be showing symptoms: